Apply Online for 80G Registration

Registering your NGO under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961 significantly enhances your fundraising capacity by allowing donors to claim tax deductions on their contributions. This benefit makes your organisation more attractive to donors and builds long-term credibility.

Bharat Bizs offers end-to-end 80G registration services, helping trusts, societies, and Section 8 companies obtain and renew their 80G Certificate quickly and compliantly.

What is Section 80G?

Section 80G of the Income Tax Act provides tax deductions to donors who contribute to eligible charitable organisations. When an organisation holds a valid 80G Certificate, it is officially recognised by the Income Tax Department as eligible to receive tax-deductible donations.

Donors can claim deductions while filing their income tax returns, encouraging greater charitable contributions.

What is 80G Registration?

80G Registration enables NGOs to issue tax-exempt donation receipts to donors. Both the donor and the organisation benefit:

• -Donors receive income tax deductions
• -NGOs gain higher donor confidence and visibility

Recent Updates (Finance Act & Ongoing Rules)

• -Mandatory online application through Form 10A / 10G
• -Annual filing of Statement of Donations
• -Verification of donors by the Income Tax Department
• -Power to cancel or revoke registration for non-compliance
• -Mandatory re-registration every 5 years

Importance of 80G Registration

• -Donors can claim deductions up to 10% of Gross Total Income
• -Only monetary donations qualify (cash donations limited as per law)
• -Donation receipts must include:
  •    -80G registration number
  •    -Date of issue
  •    -Validity period

Eligibility Criteria for 80G Registration

To apply for an 80G certificate, an organisation must meet the following criteria:

• -Legal Structure: Registered as a Trust, Society, or Section 8 Company
• -Non-Profit Objective: Must operate solely for charitable purposes
• -Compliance with Sections 11 & 12 of the Income Tax Act
• -Proper Books of Accounts with annual audit
• -No Religious or Caste-Specific Benefit
• -Separate Books for business income, if any
• -Minimum 85% utilisation of income for charitable purposes in India
• -NGO Darpan Registration (mandatory for government grants)
• -Audit Report if income exceeds prescribed limits

Benefits of 80G Registration

•  - Tax deduction of 50% or 100% for donors
•  - Increased donor trust and credibility
•  - Higher donation inflow
•  - Improved transparency and compliance
•  - Better fundraising opportunities
•  - Long-term sustainability for NGOs

Documents Required for 80G Registration

The following documents are required along with Form 10A / 10G:

• -Trust Deed / Society Registration Certificate / Section 8 Certificate
• -MOA & AOA (for Section 8 companies)
• -PAN of the organisation
• -Bank account details
• -Audited financial statements (last 3 years, if applicable)
• -List of trustees / members / directors
• -Activity report of the organisation

Validity & Renewal of 80G Registration

• -Provisional Registration: Valid for 3 years
• -Regular Registration: Valid for 5 years
• -Renewal must be done every 5 years thereafter

80G Registration Process

Provisional 80G Registration

1. -File Form 10A online
2. -Submit required documents
3. -Income Tax Department verification
4. -Issue of provisional 80G certificate

 Renewal or conversion to regular registration must be done:

• -At least 6 months before expiry, or
• -Within 6 months from commencement of activities

Regular 80G Registration

1. -File Form 10G online
2. -Detailed review of activities and accounts
3. -Possible inspection by Income Tax Officer
4. -Issue of regular 80G certificate (valid for 5 years)

Why Choose Bharat Bizs for 80G Registration?

Bharat Bizs provides complete support for 80G registration and compliance, including:

• -Eligibility assessment
• -Document preparation
• -Online filing of Form 10A / 10G
• -Follow-ups with Income Tax Department
• -Renewal and post-registration compliance

 With our expert guidance, you can avoid delays, errors, and rejections.

Start your 80G Registration with Bharat Bizs today and attract more donors with confidence.